7th Graders Enjoy Inaugural Poetry Slam

English teachers Mrs. Judy Mohan and Father Augustine planned a special event for their 7th grade students: the first-ever Priory Poetry Slam. Teachers and students alike shared their favorite poems, some written by others and some written by themselves. “The seventh graders were an eager and receptive audience for this celebration of poetry,” said Mr. Mohrmann, English Department Chair. Students and faculty, and special guest Patricia McLaughlin, all presented/performed an amazing array of poetry. Peter Cole, J.P. Schuster, and Matthew Broder read original works, and did as Father Augustine and Mr. Erker. Mrs. Hartnett gave a wonderful interpretation of a Shakespeare sonnet before reciting the original. Miles Pim, Ben Wetzel, and T.J. Reed shared their favorite poems, along with Father Linus, Judy Mohan, Dr. Davis, and Mr. Mohrmann.

Mr. Mohrmann said, “It’s obvious the students are excited about poetry.”

Special thanks to Mrs. Lane, who also served as our “hot chocolate barista,” Mr. Combs, and the many others who helped our first annual Poetry Slam run smoothly; thanks to all the teachers, administrators, and others who attended; and especially BIG thanks to Mrs. Mohan and Father Augustine for imagining, planning, and organizing the celebration.